DELTA STATE: ARREST OF SUSPECTED KIDNAPPERS, GUN RUNNERS AND; RECOVERY OF TWO (2) AK-47 RIFLES, AND THIRTY-SIX (36) ROUNDS OF LIVE AMMUNITION. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 DELTA STATE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE ARREST OF SUSPECTED KIDNAPPERS, GUN RUNNERS AND; RECOVERY OF TWO (2) AK-47 RIFLES, AND THIRTY-SIX (36) ROUNDS OF LIVE AMMUNITION The Delta State Police Command has recorded another major breakthrough in an intelligence-led operations targeting suspected kidnappers and illegal arms trafficking syndicate within and beyond the State. 1. ARREST OF FIVE SUSPECTED KIDNAPPERS/ RECOVERY OF ONE AK-47 RIFLE AND THIRTY-SIX (36) ROUNDS OF 7.62MM LIVE AMMUNITION: On 24 April 2026 at about 1830hrs, operatives of the command's tactical team based in Ughelli, acting on credible intelligence arrested one Ahmadu Usman (m), 22, a native of Lafiya, Nasarawa State, at Ekuigbo area of Ughelli in connection with a kidnapping syndicate terrorising commuters along Ughelli–Warri Road. Further interrogation led to the arrest of Haruna Abdullahi (m), 37, at Trailer Park along Warri–Sapele Road and one AK-47 rifle loaded with thirty-six (36) rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition w...

WALE EDUN HOSTS EU ENVOY, PAVES WAY FOR EXPANDED TRADE, INVESTMENT. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


 PRESS RELEASE


WALE EDUN HOSTS EU ENVOY, PAVES WAY FOR EXPANDED TRADE, INVESTMENT


In a significant step towards deepening economic cooperation, the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, today in his office in Abuja, hosted the European Union (EU) Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Gautier Mignot, for a high-level discussions aimed at strengthening EU-Nigeria economic ties.


The meeting spotlighted the EU’s €1.3 billion investment portfolio in Nigeria, recent engagement by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), and the Global Gateway Investment Strategy aimed at deepening Africa-Europe economic ties.


The discussions also highlighted strategic projects such as the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline and the National Single Window trade system, further aligning with Nigeria’s fiscal consolidation and infrastructure modernisation agenda.


Ambassador Mignot underscored the EU’s position as Nigeria’s largest trading partner and a major source of foreign direct investment. He proposed the creation of a formal trade and investment dialogue framework to unlock further opportunities through enhanced collaboration, particularly in infrastructure, green finance, and sustainable development.


HM Edun welcomed the initiative, reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to macroeconomic stability, investor-friendly reforms, and digital transformation. He emphasized ongoing reforms to improve the ease of doing business, projected GDP growth of 4.6% by 2025, and rising trade surplus as key indicators of Nigeria’s economic progress.


Both parties expressed optimism about future engagements and reaffirmed their commitment to deepening a robust, mutually beneficial economic partnership.


As Nigeria continues to navigate the complexities of global economic dynamics, this renewed commitment to EU-Nigeria economic cooperation marks a significant step towards a more prosperous and sustainable future for the nation.


Signed 

Mohammed Manga FCAI

Director, Information and Public Relations 

March 27, 2025.

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